1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 555 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
Model | A 310 | Viper |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |